When can I start training my 6-week-old puppy and how should I?

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At which age can i start tranning my pup.he is 6 weeks now and Which is the best way of training dogs.being strict or with a treat. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

I would recommend crate training Rackoon. Even though he is so young you can start training him. I typically recommend to be strict about the training starting at 8 weeks. I would keep Rackoon in the crate when you cannot keep 100% watch on him. When he comes out of the crate I would then walk him. If he goes then I would play with him and once you have to turn your back he goes back in the crate. If he does not go to the bathroom when you take him out of the crate I would put him back in for 20 minutes and try again. Remember he is only 1 1/2 months old so he will still have accidents. If you catch him going to the bathroom tell him no and take him and put him where you want him to go and praise him for going. If you just see the accident then clean it up and do not say anything to him. A crate should be big enough for him to stand up, sit down and turn around. If you do not want to use a crate do the same idea with the bathroom. The crate is a very safe option and dogs end up loving their crates, it's their safe house. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

When can I start training my 6-week-old puppy and how should I?

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